<p><strong>In this picture book classic<em>, </em> travel with young Walter on a fantastical adventure as he journeys--by way of his bed--into a polluted dreamscape world that wakes him up to our collective and individual environmental responsibility.</strong></p><p>Walter does not appreciate the beauty of nature, or understand his role in keeping the planet healthy . . . until a fantastic journey shows him the tragic fate that could befall Earth if humans like him are not more careful.</p><p>Chris Van Allsburg <em>(The Polar Express)</em> pairs pitch-perfect narrative with his full-color pastel illustrations, rendering this picture book a story that has stood the test of time.</p><p>Two-time Caldecott Medalist Van Allsburg reaches a new pinnacle of excellence in both illustration and storytelling in his latest work. <em>(Publishers Weekly)</em></p><br><br><b>Author:</b> Chris Van Allsburg<br><b>Publisher:</b> Houghton Mifflin<br><b>Published:</b> 03/07/2011<br><b>Pages:</b> 48<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Paperback<br><b>Weight:</b> 0.50lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 11.22h x 7.46w x 0.24d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9780547520261<br><b>Audience:</b> Ages 4-8<br><br><b>Accelerated Reader:</b><br><b>Reading Level:</b> 3.6<br><b>Point Value:</b> 0.5<br><b>Interest Level:</b> Lower Grade<br><b>Quiz #/Name: </b>6075 / Just a Dream<br><br><p><b>About the Author</b><br>CHRIS VAN ALLSBURG is the winner of two Caldecott Medals, for <i>Jumanji</i> and <i>The Polar Express</i>, as well as the recipient of the C